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870-900 / 1000+ resultscommunity If pp405 isnt the “cure” is there anything else that’s promising thats atleast better than min or dut?
Hair cloning and new treatments like ET-02, Veradermics (vdphl01), and wound-induced hair neogenesis show promise but are not yet widely available. Current effective treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with early intervention being crucial for better outcomes.
community Should i be worried dut 6 months
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil, then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil for six months without significant results, noticing thinning after increasing creatine dosage. They plan to consult a dermatologist to explore potential causes beyond androgenetic alopecia.
community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old
A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.
community Just the facts, hate it or love it
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for hair health, and relying solely on treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 without addressing overall health may not be effective. External treatments alone cannot compensate for poor health habits.
community Why My Discipline Can't Beat My "Watery Belly" on Finasteride
A user experienced a "watery belly" and cellulite after starting finasteride, despite maintaining a disciplined fitness routine. Others suggest checking hormone levels, as changes in DHT and estrogen could affect fat metabolism, but age might also be a factor.
community I’m 18 im doing prevention research but it may have gone a little bit further
Hair loss is influenced by scalp tension, stress, and environmental factors, not just hormones. Treatments like tretinoin, microneedling, scalp massage, and Botox can reduce tension and improve hair health.
community Micronutrient testing, deficiencies, etc.
Micronutrient testing and deficiencies related to hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Discussion includes the impact of iron, selenium, zinc, copper, folate, B12, vitamin E, vitamin D, amino acids, and fatty acids, alongside treatments like dutasteride or finasteride.
community Post TCA pic and two month in, just posting baseline and an update.
The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, topical Dutasteride, Minoxidil sulfate, antioxidants, and various supplements. The user is also using a derma stamp and has paused Tretinoin due to a TCA peel recovery.
community What hormones/vitamins should I test for?
The user plans to test for DHT, total testosterone, free testosterone, E2, SHBG, and prolactin while supplementing with vitamin D and monitoring ferritin levels. They are experiencing hairline thinning and are seeking advice on whether their approach is excessive or lacking.
community Vitamin D deficiency - could it be the cause?
The user is experiencing hair thinning and has a vitamin D deficiency, which they suspect might be causing the issue, but they are also considering androgenic alopecia (AGA) as a cause. They are currently using minoxidil and are unable to get finasteride prescribed, while others suggest addressing the vitamin D deficiency and consulting a dermatologist.
community Is it just me, or when people start having MPB symptoms, every single person you look at you start analyzing their hair? Ik it sounds weird
A user discusses their habit of analyzing others' hair due to their own hair thinning at 18. Another user mentions starting finasteride in 2010 and still having a full head of hair.
community Has anyone else experienced further hairloss slowly over years of preventative medication?
Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, the user is experiencing slow hair loss, particularly at the hairline, and is considering additional treatments like microneedling and possibly switching to dutasteride. Concerns about medication side effects, such as reduced sperm count and performance anxiety, are also discussed.
community Cure/better treatment options in the future
The conversation is about future hair loss treatments. Current treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with potential future treatments like GT20029, TDM-105795, JW0061, and follicle cloning.
community Hair thinning and gut health
The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially linked to gut health issues and suggests biotin as a possible treatment. It also mentions that hair thinning could be due to male pattern baldness (MPB).
community Short Term Fin awaiting advances in medical technology.
The user's consideration of taking finasteride as a short-term treatment, while awaiting advances in medical technology such as Pyrilutamide and GT20029; other users' experiences with Finasteride, including potential side effects.
community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride
The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.
community Diffuse thinning is the worst. Nothing helps.
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has tried treatments like topical and oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, melatonin, and caffeine without success. Despite using these treatments for over four years, the user reports continued hair thinning and is considering trying RU58841.
community Can vitamin b7 deficiency cause receded temples?
A user was frustrated with delays in getting finasteride for hair loss, was prescribed minoxidil, and found a vitamin B7 deficiency. They are questioning if the deficiency could cause receded temples and considering finding a new dermatologist.
community I’m starting PTD-DBM and valproic acid today - anyone with experience?
The conversation is about using PTD-DBM and valproic acid for hair loss. The user is inquiring about the dosage of these treatments, noting that valproic acid is used at a 7.5% solution.
community Blood Results - 2 years on Finasteride, 1 year on dutasteride
The user has been using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss but is experiencing low energy and motivation, possibly due to high prolactin levels. Despite treatment, hairline recession continues, and the user is considering the impact of low DHT levels on overall health and energy.
community Scalp Inflammation Beyond Psoriasis: A Hidden Player in Hair Thinning
Scalp inflammation may contribute to hair thinning, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo potentially helping by reducing inflammation. Some users report that DHT blockers and other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 can alleviate symptoms associated with inflammation.
community Patent for topical resveratrol and melatonin for AGA
The conversation discusses a patent for using topical resveratrol and melatonin to treat androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and also mentions interest in topical sulforaphane as a treatment.
community Well, I guess this puts the scalp tension theory to bed
Hair loss discussion includes various causes like DHT, blood flow, and skin fibrosis. Treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community Why is there more skepticism in RU than Pyrilutamide?
The conversation is about skepticism towards the hair loss treatments RU58841 and Pyrilutamide, with users discussing the lack of human testing for RU58841 and the ongoing trials for Pyrilutamide. Some users believe RU58841 has more anecdotal success, while others highlight Pyrilutamide's current research progress.
community 13 months TOPICAL ONLY progress! (Diffuse thinner)
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.
community In God We Trust, Topical Fin/Min with existing ADHD issues
A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hair thinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.
community Published in Nature: Osteopontin, a protein involved in the growth of hair on moles could be the key to our troubles.
Osteopontin, a protein involved in hair growth on moles, may help with hair loss. However, it is also linked to Alzheimer's, cancer, and bone development, so caution is advised.
community Community ranking on what new drugs/studies we are most hopeful about?
community Correlation between topical retinoids and diffuse hair loss
Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.